Articles P7560

The Gift of Community

By Wes Browning

A formerly homeless man tells what he most wanted for Christmas when he was on the streets.

Rethinking Self-Esteem

By Roy Baumeister

Why nonprofits should stop pushing self-esteem and start endorsing self-control.

Donor, Heal Thyself

By Paul C. Light

Donor fatigue is ultimately rooted in givers' own reluctance to invest in the future.

All Fired Up

By Cliff Terry

How an insurance company helps its workers support their local fire departments.

The Other 95 Percent

By Alessandra Bianchi

How a community foundation uses proxy voting to advance its mission.

Reversing Burnout

By Christina Maslach & Michael P. Leiter 1

How to rekindle your passion for your work.

Child’s Play

By Sheryl Nance-Nash

A video game teaches children about famines and how to stop them.

Podcast

Darrell Hammond - The Importance of Play for Children

Play affects children's quality of life. Yet, in many communities, schools, and families, this element has been pushed to the back burner. In an audio interview with Globeshakers host Tim Zak, Darrell Hammond envisions a great place to play within walking distance of every child in America. Since 1995, KaBOOM! has used its innovative community-build model to bring together business and community interests to construct more than 850 new playgrounds and skateparks, and renovate 1,300 others nationwide.